Cisco Collaboration & Infrastructure Engineer

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob Title: Cisco Collaboration & Infrastructure Engineer

Location: Dublin, OH (Hybrid)
Type: Contract-to-Hire or Long Term Consulting Engagement

About the Role:

Our client is in the midst of a major data center migration from Boston to Dublin, Ohio — and they need a hands-on technical expert to ensure a smooth transition and stable operations post-migration.

As the Cisco Collaboration & Infrastructure Engineer, you'll lead the charge on network, server, and collaboration system configuration, with continued support after deployment. This is a critical role for a seasoned engineer who thrives in complex hybrid environments spanning AWS, Cisco, VMware, and on-prem infrastructure.

What You'll Do:Data Center Migration & Infrastructure Setup

• Lead and execute the migration of the data center from Boston to Dublin, OH, ensuring seamless reconfiguration of networks, servers, and Cisco TelePresence systems.

• Reconfigure network tunnels, firewall rules, VLANs, and DNS to align with the new Ohio environment.

• Validate compatibility between on-prem and cloud components (AWS, VMware, Cisco) and document the full architecture for post-migration support.

Cisco Collaboration

• Configure and manage Cisco MCU, CMS, Codian, CMM, and Expressway-C/E systems.

• Set up zones, search rules, SIP/H.323, firewall traversal, MRA, TLS certificates, and SRTP.

• Administer conference bridges, call routing, and virtual meeting environments.

• Manage VQCM for performance monitoring, reporting, and quality assurance.

• Configure DNS, LDAP, SSL, and related certificate management.

Networking & Security

• Configure and maintain Perimeter 81 gateways, access policies, user/group management, and SSO/MFA integrations.

• Administer Dell L2/L3 switches (VLANs, QoS, trunking, redundancy).

• Configure and maintain PF Sense and Cisco Firewalls, including VPNs, NAT, IDS/IPS, and traffic shaping.

• Generate and analyze logs; integrate with remote log management systems.

Virtualization & Cloud Integration

• Administer VMware ESXi and ProxMox virtualization platforms.

• Support AWS-based network and server architecture, including hybrid connectivity between on-prem and cloud environments.

• Optimize system performance, redundancy, and failover within virtualized infrastructures.

Server Room Operations

• Oversee rack/stack, cabling, patch panels, power, cooling, and UPS monitoring.

• Coordinate upgrades, hardware replacements, and preventive maintenance.

• Provide occasional on-site support during scheduled changes or maintenance windows.

What You'll Bring:

• 5+ years of experience in Cisco Collaboration, Network, or Infrastructure Engineering roles.

• Proven hands-on experience with AWS, Cisco networking, and VMware administration.

• Strong understanding of data center design, migration, and operational best practices.

• Familiarity with security principles, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and network segmentation.

• Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and cross-team communication skills.

• Willingness to occasionally support off-hours maintenance or migration tasks.

Why Join:

• Be the technical linchpin for a high-visibility data center migration project.

• Work across multiple technology domains (Cisco, VMware, AWS) with long-term impact.

• Join a collaborative environment that values autonomy, innovation, and excellence.

• Flexible hybrid schedule with opportunities for ongoing support engagement post-migration.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, , , ancestry, , origin, , , or expression, , , citizenship, marital or parental status, , veteran status, or other protected category.